14 May, 2008
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So okay, I didn’t know Washingtonian HAD a web site, let alone a daily blog update. And so, I only got three hits from it, and so, they think I’m a boy… still! I made Washingtonian! hip hip hooraaaaay.
Don’t worry, I’ll totally still remember all you little people who read me way back when. And ummm tablebuyer, ummm nothing personal, k? mwaaah, love your show babe!
The Morning Buzz – Capital Comment Blog (washingtonian.com) writes:
Good morning, Washington! Here’s what we’re reading around the web this AM.
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13 May, 2008
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I am continually trying to clean up / clear out / streamline my beautifully renovated Dupont Circle Coop.
To that end a few MONTHS ago, I posted a note on my apartment message board that I was selling a bunch of furniture.
Someone inquired about an old camping table I was selling. Originally purchased for about $50, I was offering it for $15.
The conversation on said $50-reduced-to-$15, used once, snap-together table went like this:
Washy: I’ll be home after 6, apt. #12345 – I was asking $15 but it’s negotiable. I also have an ikea coffee table!
Tablebuyer: I’ll tell one of my sons to stop by.
How much was the table new?
Washy: Actually, I just looked it up and saw it for $58. I paid a little less than that I think, but do think it was close to $50 – so bargain! glad you inquired. Read the rest of this entry »
